Teacher, health information management

THIS POSTING IS INTENDED FOR INTERNAL TEACHER TRANSFERS ONLY.

If you are not currently a full-time teacher at CMSD, please visit www.teachcleveland.org/apply and apply to the Teacher District-Wide posting.

Position Type:

Teacher

Date Posted:

2026-05-20

Location:

Lincoln-West High School @ Garrett Morgan(Old)

ABOUT CLEVELAND METROPOLITAN SCHOOL DISTRICT

The Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) is Ohio's third-largest public school system, serving more than 35,000 students. CMSD strives to ensure that every child receives a high-quality education, regardless of the provider. To that end, CMSD lets families choose which District schools their children attend, with options that include STEM, the arts, single-gender education, International Baccalaureate, Montessori, and early college.

Our schools have autonomy over human and financial resources in exchange for accountability for performance. The principal has primary responsibility and accountability for establishing their school as a high-quality, high-expectation academic center focusing on personalized instruction, professional support for teachers, and school-wide practices that lead to measurable results.

CMSD ensures that students have access to technology and training to prepare them for the future. The District provides a free laptop or tablet for every student and connects every family that needs internet access. Graduating seniors leave commencement with not only a diploma but also a laptop.

In our pursuit of a more fair, just, and good system of education, we strive to ensure that all of our learners, both scholars and educators, to be challenged with academically and intellectually complex tasks that are worthy of their efforts and provide them opportunities to demonstrate their best work.

BUILDING BRIGHTER FUTURES

The Cleveland Board of Education adopted the Building Brighter Futures (BBF) initiative on December 9, 2025. Building Brighter Futures is a strategic and data-driven plan shaped by more than a year of community engagement, information analysis, and thoughtful deliberation. The goal of this plan is to strengthen enrollment and ensure scholars attend a newer school building that offers more educational opportunities, including algebra in the eighth grade, more sports and extracurricular activities, and college credits and college and career pathways in high school. BBF is ensuring academic excellence so every CMSD scholar can thrive.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Provides high‑quality instruction in Health Information Management using district‑approved curriculum, aligned state standards, and hands‑on healthcare data and technology experiences. Performs all related instructional, supervisory, and professional responsibilities. This is a union position requiring 34.17 hours per week for 185 days per year.

Position Overview

Lincoln-West High School is seeking a knowledgeable and detail‑oriented Health Information Management (HIM) Instructor to lead a comprehensive Career‑Technical Education program that prepares students for careers in medical records, health informatics, billing and coding, and healthcare administration. The instructor delivers rigorous instruction in medical terminology, electronic health records (EHR), coding systems, data management, compliance, and project‑based learning aligned with Ohio’s Career‑Technical Education standards.

The instructor supports students in earning industry‑recognized credentials, completing authentic healthcare documentation projects, and participating in work‑based learning experiences. The role requires compliance with all Ohio Department of Education and Workforce (ODEW) requirements for CTE program delivery, assessment, and reporting.

The district offers competitive wages, strong administrative support, and ongoing professional development.

Duties and Responsibilities

Instruction & Classroom Leadership

• Teach HIM concepts including medical terminology, anatomy and physiology basics, health data management, EHR systems, billing and coding, and healthcare compliance aligned with Ohio CTE standards.
• Guide students through hands‑on projects involving medical documentation, coding assignments, data entry, chart audits, and workflow simulations.
• Integrate industry‑standard tools such as EHR software, ICD‑10‑CM, CPT, HCPCS coding systems, and healthcare data applications.
• Create a structured, accuracy‑focused classroom environment that reflects real‑world HIM and healthcare administrative practices.
• Adapt curriculum and instructional strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners, including small‑group instruction and remediation.
• Maintain an orderly, safe, and productive classroom and computer lab environment with clear expectations for student behavior.

Career‑Technical Program Responsibilities

• Prepare students for Industry‑Recognized Credentials related to health information, billing and coding, and healthcare compliance (e.g., OSHA‑10 Healthcare, HIPAA training, NHA certifications).
• Supervise students in work‑based learning experiences such as healthcare office internships, medical records observations, job shadowing, and capstone HIM projects.
• Support and recruit students for Career‑Technical Student Organizations (e.g., HOSA, SkillsUSA), including, but not limited to, conferences and competitions.
• Ensure student completion of all required CTE assessments and maintain accurate program documentation.
• Maintain and lead an active advisory committee to ensure program relevance and alignment with healthcare and HIM industry needs.

Partnerships & Engagement

• Collaborate with hospitals, clinics, medical billing companies, health information departments, colleges, and community partners to provide students with real‑world learning opportunities.
• Engage parents/guardians as partners in student learning and career development.
• Work effectively with colleagues, counselors, administrators, and support staff to meet student needs.

Professional Responsibilities

• Participate in district‑provided professional development and maintain current knowledge of HIM practices, healthcare regulations, coding updates, and CTE requirements.
• Identify student academic, behavioral, or emotional needs and collaborate with appropriate staff to support student success.
• Maintain accurate records, follow safety and privacy protocols, and ensure compliance with all district, state, and federal policies.
• Maintain classroom technology, EHR systems, and instructional materials, ensuring safe and effective operation.

Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following:

• Minimum of five years of occupational experience in health information management, medical billing and coding, healthcare administration, or a related field. A postsecondary degree in HIM or a related field may count toward required experience.
• A valid Ohio Career‑Technical (4–12) License with the appropriate endorsement, as defined by ODEW and CMSD.
• A Career‑Technical Workforce Development License with the appropriate endorsements, as defined by ODEW and CMSD.
• An Ohio Professional Teaching License (Grades 7–12) in the appropriate subject area, along with demonstrated experience teaching Career‑Technical Education courses.

Additional Requirements

• High School Diploma required; postsecondary degree in health information management, healthcare administration, or a related field preferred.
• Ability to pass BCI/FBI background checks.
• Must be eligible and willing to obtain the appropriate Ohio teaching license based on ODEW requirements.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, coding systems, EHR platforms, healthcare documentation, and privacy regulations (HIPAA).
• Experience with or willingness to learn EHR software, coding tools, and healthcare data applications.
• Ability to maintain classroom technology and instructional materials following a regular maintenance schedule.
• Understanding of foundational healthcare concepts such as patient documentation, data accuracy, confidentiality, and workflow processes.
• Commitment to the academic and personal growth of CMSD scholars and the mission of Lincoln-West High School.
• Ability to collaborate effectively as part of a professional team.

Job Description Summary

Cleveland teachers do more than just teach. They change lives. We are looking for teachers who are thoughtful, hardworking, interested in collaborating with their peers for the success of all students, and who look at challenges and see opportunity.

Minimum Salary for 2026-27 School Year:

$54,830

Full salary schedule can be located in the CTU/CMSD Collective Bargaining Agreement

Education

To Apply

Please submit your resume and application using Workday, our online human capital management system. Please note that an offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of an FBI/BCI background check and drug screen.

We believe that equity and inclusion at CMSD is an essential call to action, a catalyst to ensure value and appreciation among all our employees, so we may be fair and welcoming now and in the future. CMSD provides equal opportunities for employment, retention and advancement of all personnel by administering all terms and conditions of employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, sex, disability or genetic information, age, citizenship status, military status, sexual orientation or expression, socio-economic status, title, other dimensions of identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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1111 Superior Avenue East, Suite 1800
Cleveland, Ohio 44114
(216)-838-0070
TitleIX_EEO@ClevelandMetroSchools.org